Abdul Samad Rabiu, the chairman of BUA Group, has pledged to give the Super Eagles $500,000, if the team defeats Morocco in the semi-finals. The announcement, made on Saturday, immediately after Nigeria’s clinical 2-0 quarter-final victory over Algeria, to motivate the team as they head into a semi-final against the host nation, Morocco.
The BUA Group founder has promised $500,000 if the team defeats Morocco in the semi-finals, plus an additional $50,000 for every goal scored in that match.
The Super Eagles are the only team to have won all their opening five matches in a single edition. Despite this, the team has been under pressure over their failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. The Super Eagles last won the trophy in 2013 and were runners-up in the 2023 edition (held in 2024).
Congratulations to our Super Eagles players on a brilliant victory against Algeria!. You have lifted the spirit of the nation, and we proudly cheer you on as you prepare for the semi-finals. To encourage you, I pledge USD $500,000 to the players upon winning the semi-final, with an additional USD $50,000 for every goal scored. Should you go on to win the final, I further pledge USD $1,000,000, plus USD $100,000 for each goal scored in the final. Wishing you continued success as you carry Nigeria forward. Keep making Nigeria proud – Abdul Samad Rabiu
The Super Eagles will depart Marrakech for Rabat on Monday to begin preparations for the semi-final clash scheduled for 9:00 PM on Wednesday.
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